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Ho Chi Minh City to launch low-emission zone by mid-2027

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Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam is planning to implement a low-emission zone by mid-2027 to improve air quality in its downtown areas. The initial phase, starting in July 2027, will cover the central business district and the Thu Thiem urban area. By early 2029, the zone is expected to expand to include areas within Ring Road 2. This revised plan allows more time for residents and businesses to transition to greener transportation options. AI

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Ho Chi Minh City to launch low-emission zone by mid-2027

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Reuters ·

    Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City plans low-emission zone to clear downtown air

    Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s commercial ⁠hub, is proposing ⁠to gradually restrict ⁠petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles from its downtown area from mid-2027, as part of a planned low-emission zone (LEZ), according to state-run Thanh Nien newspaper. Under the proposal, the ‌city wou…

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